How to Make the Perfect Fudgy Brownies
American · Easy · 35 min · 16 servings
These fudgy brownies are a classic kid friendly treat that comes together in minutes with simple pantry staples. Kids love the rich chocolate flavor and chewy texture that makes these bars impossible to resist.
Why this recipe works
This Fudgy Brownies recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 35 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 210 calories with 3g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 whole large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup all purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep Pan
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray and line with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl whisk together the melted butter and sugar until combined. Add the eggs one at a time whisking well after each addition then stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
Sift in the cocoa powder flour and salt into the wet mixture. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined being careful not to overmix the batter.
Step 4: Bake and Cool
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 23 to 25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Cool completely before cutting.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- unsalted butter → coconut oil for a dairy free version
- all purpose flour → gluten free 1 to 1 flour blend
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overbaking the brownies which results in a dry cakey texture instead of fudgy
- Cutting the brownies while they are still warm which causes them to fall apart
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 210 calories, 3g protein, 28g carbs, 11g fat, 1g fiber.
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